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READING - The Reading Phillies will host the 2012 Eastern League All-Star Game on Wednesday, July 11, and as part of the All-Star festivities a home run derby will be held the day before, July 10.

The home run derby will include many tweaks to the rules compared to the Major League Baseball home run derby that most fans are familiar with.

Players will be trying to hit targets around the field to earn points, including outfield dunk tanks, R-Phils fanatics jumping on a trampoline and pink flamingo yard ornaments sprinkled around the outfield.

Fans are being given the opportunity to view the hitting challenge from the infield while being protected by a net. These VIP tickets are $75 and include access to both the Fairgrounds Square Mall Third Base Picnic Area and the infield party.

For more ticket information, visit www.readingphillies.com or call 610-370-BALL.

For more information regarding the home run derby, the R-Phils have put together a video on YouTube explaining the event. It can be found on the Reading Phillies' channel on YouTube.

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